Cristal Union, a prominent player in the agribusiness sector, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across various regions, including the northern and central parts of the country. Founded in 2001, the company has established itself as a leader in the sugar and alcohol industries, focusing on the production of sugar from sugar beets and the distillation of alcohol from agricultural raw materials.
With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Cristal Union offers a diverse range of products, including high-quality sugar, bioethanol, and animal feed. The company is recognised for its unique approach to integrating environmental responsibility into its operations, setting it apart in a competitive market. Notably, Cristal Union has achieved significant milestones in expanding its production capabilities and enhancing its market position, making it a key contributor to the European agribusiness landscape.
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Industry Intensity
Sugar Processing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Sugar Processing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 2% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Cristal Union's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Cristal Union reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1.6 billion kg CO2e, comprising 709,236,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 7,660,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 920,134,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 27.5% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. This target also extends to Scope 3 emissions related to purchased goods and services, as well as fuel and energy-related activities, with the same reduction goal. The target boundary includes land-related emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) standards for keeping global warming well below 2°C. Cristal Union's commitment reflects its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the food production sector, based in France.
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Cristal Union’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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